20 Easy DIY Halloween Costumes Inspired by Our Favorite Pop Culture Moments

Mar. 15, 2025

01of 20Barbie and KenThe image directWe’ve hit peakBarbiecore pandemonium. While channeling Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as rollerblading Barbie and Ken would make the ultimate couples' costume this year, you can also pull off the look solo with aleotard and some bike shorts.

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Barbie and Ken

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We’ve hit peakBarbiecore pandemonium. While channeling Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as rollerblading Barbie and Ken would make the ultimate couples' costume this year, you can also pull off the look solo with aleotard and some bike shorts.

02of 20Pregnant RihannaRihanna.DIGGZY/SHUTTERSTOCKNo oneRih-inventedmaternity stylelike the superstar. And her pink puffer reveal might be the most memorable. Snag asimilar coat style hereand pair with your favorite distressed, baggy denim with some layered necklaces to complete the look.

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Pregnant Rihanna

Rihanna.DIGGZY/SHUTTERSTOCK

No oneRih-inventedmaternity stylelike the superstar. And her pink puffer reveal might be the most memorable. Snag asimilar coat style hereand pair with your favorite distressed, baggy denim with some layered necklaces to complete the look.

03of 20Kim K’s Body Stocking EraTomás Herold / BACKGRIDLet’s be honest. We could have a whole gallery dedicated to Kim K’s style. Herviral looks spark Halloween costumesevery year — like this yellow"work harder" caution tape unitard from Yandy. But we think this bombshell Dolce & Gabbana catsuit should be your guide — don’t forget to bedazzle the sleeves.

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Kim K’s Body Stocking Era

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Let’s be honest. We could have a whole gallery dedicated to Kim K’s style. Herviral looks spark Halloween costumesevery year — like this yellow"work harder" caution tape unitard from Yandy. But we think this bombshell Dolce & Gabbana catsuit should be your guide — don’t forget to bedazzle the sleeves.

04of 20J.Lo the BrideJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck.OnTheJLo and John RussoShe wore so many dresses, you can take your pick onwhich one is your favorite to recreate.

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J.Lo the Bride

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck.OnTheJLo and John Russo

She wore so many dresses, you can take your pick onwhich one is your favorite to recreate.

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Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway as WeWork Moguls

You’ve already got the whole outfit in your closet. Now you just need some “woo woo” vibes and lots of “good energy.”

06of 20Anna DelveyNetflixThe fraudster is at the top of the pop culture conversation once again thanks to the hit Netflix showInventing Anna. Which means you likely won’t be the only Anna on the Halloween party circuit this year. Pile on the accessories with a fashion-forward dress and don’t forget to flash your fake Amex black card.

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Anna Delvey

Netflix

The fraudster is at the top of the pop culture conversation once again thanks to the hit Netflix showInventing Anna. Which means you likely won’t be the only Anna on the Halloween party circuit this year. Pile on the accessories with a fashion-forward dress and don’t forget to flash your fake Amex black card.

07of 20Harry Styles' ‘Harry’s House’ Album CoverSome flare jeans, a boho blouse and white shoes make this a low-lift, deep-ref pop culture costume. (Upside down room not required.)

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Harry Styles' ‘Harry’s House’ Album Cover

Some flare jeans, a boho blouse and white shoes make this a low-lift, deep-ref pop culture costume. (Upside down room not required.)

08of 20Olivia Wilde at a Harry Styles ConcertMediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin/GC ImagesOlivia Wilde was everyone’s favorite groupie this year. And this white hot maxi has been living in our brains rent free since she wore it to boyfriend Harry Styles' closing night show at Madison Square garden. Accessorize your own slinky white maxi with black Wayfarers, platform boots and add a feather boa for good measure.

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Olivia Wilde at a Harry Styles Concert

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Olivia Wilde was everyone’s favorite groupie this year. And this white hot maxi has been living in our brains rent free since she wore it to boyfriend Harry Styles' closing night show at Madison Square garden. Accessorize your own slinky white maxi with black Wayfarers, platform boots and add a feather boa for good measure.

09of 20Princess Diana’s Athleisure LooksAnwar Hussein/WireImageWe stan a low-maintenance royal. And this bike short + graphic sweatshirt combo, which became a Princess Diana staple in the ’90s, is a look that never goes out of style.

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Princess Diana’s Athleisure Looks

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We stan a low-maintenance royal. And this bike short + graphic sweatshirt combo, which became a Princess Diana staple in the ’90s, is a look that never goes out of style.

10of 20Zoë Kravitz’s CatwomanSplashNews.comThe catsuit might be outplayed. But this black leather trench moment feels fresh. Team with over-the-knee boots and a matching headpiece and your Selina Kyle transformation is complete.

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Zoë Kravitz’s Catwoman

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The catsuit might be outplayed. But this black leather trench moment feels fresh. Team with over-the-knee boots and a matching headpiece and your Selina Kyle transformation is complete.

11of 20’Euphoria' GlamHBOHead over to Ulta for someholographic face and eye stickers. Top the look with a glossy lip, high pony and oversize hoops.

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‘Euphoria’ Glam

HBO

Head over to Ulta for someholographic face and eye stickers. Top the look with a glossy lip, high pony and oversize hoops.

12of 20Your 2002 SelfAmy Graves/WireImageDust off the Von Dutch trucker hats, bedazzled belts, low-rise jeans and sheer tops. Y2K fashion is back. Bonus points if you find a buddy for someSimple Lifecosplay.

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Your 2002 Self

Amy Graves/WireImage

Dust off the Von Dutch trucker hats, bedazzled belts, low-rise jeans and sheer tops. Y2K fashion is back. Bonus points if you find a buddy for someSimple Lifecosplay.

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Taylor Swift ‘Midnights’ Album Cover

Taylor Swift’s Midnights.Courtesy Republic Records

14of 20Taylor Swift’s ‘Evermore’ EraTaylor Swift.Beth GarrabrantThisOld Navy flannel+ a French braid and you’re ready for the forest.

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Taylor Swift’s ‘Evermore’ Era

Taylor Swift.Beth Garrabrant

ThisOld Navy flannel+ a French braid and you’re ready for the forest.

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Teresa Giudice’s Wedding Hair

Teresa Giudice.Jill Zarin/Instagram

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Sandy from ‘Grease’

Sure, you canbuy a replica of this costume. You can also pull some black spandex from your closet and top with your favorite bomber and pumps. Don’t forget the big hoops, bigger curls and biggest attitude.

17of 20Olivia Rodrigo ‘Sour’ Album ArtUniversal MusicRaid your niece’s sticker books and add a purple tank top for this costume which requires about a 5-minute prep time.

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Olivia Rodrigo ‘Sour’ Album Art

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Raid your niece’s sticker books and add a purple tank top for this costume which requires about a 5-minute prep time.

18of 20Elle Woods from ‘Legally Blonde’Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blonde.Tracy Bennett/MGM/Kobal/REX/ShutterstockShe never goes out of style. Pink Dress + Pink Sunnies + Pink Bag + BYOD! (Bring your own dog.)

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Elle Woods from ‘Legally Blonde’

Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blonde.Tracy Bennett/MGM/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock

She never goes out of style. Pink Dress + Pink Sunnies + Pink Bag + BYOD! (Bring your own dog.)

19of 20Cher from ‘Clueless’While most people will do theyellow plaid skirt suit, this black blazer, mini skirt and knee-high combo feels more fun. Don’t forget the shopping bags!

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Cher from ‘Clueless’

While most people will do theyellow plaid skirt suit, this black blazer, mini skirt and knee-high combo feels more fun. Don’t forget the shopping bags!

20of 20Audrey Hepburn in ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’The star in Breakfast at Tiffany’s.Donaldson Collection/Michael Ochs Archives/GettyIt’s a classic. Pair a black sleeveless dress from your closet with pearls, black gloves and a tiara.

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Audrey Hepburn in ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’

The star in Breakfast at Tiffany’s.Donaldson Collection/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty

It’s a classic. Pair a black sleeveless dress from your closet with pearls, black gloves and a tiara.

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